The flight distance from Jigjiga Garad Wilwal Airport (JIJ) in Jijiga, Ethiopia to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu, Nepal is 4,886 kilometers (3,036 miles / 2,638 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Ethiopia with Nepal. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:25 in Jijiga, it's 23:10 in Kathmandu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,548 feet between the two airports. Tribhuvan International Airport sits lower than Jigjiga Garad Wilwal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Kathmandu (KTM) to Jijiga (JIJ) follows a heading of 254° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Jigjiga Garad Wilwal Airport (JIJ) and Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.